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Do you offer tuition discounts?
Yes, we offer a 10% family discount for the second child in a family if registered for the same season. Please note, we do not offer a University Employee Discount because we are a soft-funded program.

May parents stay in the classroom?
No. Parents, guardians, and visitors are not allowed to remain in classrooms. Our programs are supervised by education professionals and aim to promote independent learning and socialization opportunities for your children. If you feel that your child is unable to remain in class without you, it may be best to wait a year before enrolling them. Exceptions must be approved by the Youth Theatre Director and the instructor.

What if my child is sick and misses a day?
If your student is exhibiting symptoms of illness, please keep them home until they are no longer symptomatic. Youth Theatre does not issue refunds or partial refunds for absences. If a student misses a day, they are encouraged to attend all other scheduled classes and rehearsals.

I am on the waitlist. How do I know if I got in?
Our waitlist policy operates on a first come, first served basis. As seats become available, parents/guardians will be contacted via email notifying them of openings in the corresponding classes and camps. To claim a spot, follow the instructions in the email. You will remain on the list until you request removal or are placed in a class.

How can I contact my child?
Guardians should communicate directly with our office, and all information will be passed to the student as needed.

Medications in class
All student medications and medical conditions must be reported prior to attending Youth Theatre programs. In the case of emergency medication (e.g., Epinephrine or Inhaler), the device should remain with the student at all times, and staff must be informed of specific medical needs.

What is Youth Theatre’s tax ID number?
In many cases, summer session tuition can be used as a childcare tax credit. For your reference, Youth Theatre’s tax ID number is 87-6000525.

Conservatory Audition Form

Entering 9th–12th Grade

8th graders can apply to audition. 

This program focuses on the rehearsal process and production.
Students rehearse a show developed for the group while attending masterclasses with their instructors, university faculty, and guest theatre artists.

The session concludes with a public performance in the Babcock Theatre.

Tuition: $1050.00

Senior Ensemble Placement Form
Students enrolled in Senior Ensemble will complete a short supplemental form in the registration system.
The form includes a brief video (monologue or song) and a few short questions about interests and goals.
This is not an audition.
It simply helps our teaching team get to know students before the session begins so we can plan the work and support everyone’s strengths.
The form will appear in your registration account and is due 30 days before the session begins.
Students may apply for leadership roles including:
Assistant Director, Assistant Choreographer, Dramaturg, Stage Management Apprentice, and Design Lead.
Leadership Lab meetings support advanced artistic work.

Entering 6th–8th Grade

Students deepen their skills in acting, movement, and storytelling.
They choose a focus area such as Acting or Musical Theatre and select electives while rehearsing a one-act production with their ensemble.

The session concludes with a performance in the Babcock Theatre.

Tuition: $950.00

Entering 4th–5th Grade

Students train in voice, movement, character development, and ensemble collaboration.
They choose a focus area such as Acting or Musical Theatre and select electives that support their training.

Students rehearse a short one-act play/musical throughout the session and present it in the final performance.

Tuition: $950.00

Entering 1st–3rd Grade

Students explore acting, movement, music, and visual art through imaginative storytelling.
Each day includes theatre games, creative activities, stagecrafts, music and movement, and rehearsal for a short story dramatization with songs.

The session concludes with a mini-performance for family and friends.

Tuition: $950.00